Criminal Justice Practitioner

Criminal Justice Practitioner
About the Role

Our client is looking for a Criminal Justice Practitioner to join their established Criminal Justice team in North London. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and strengthening the existing Criminal Justice pathways into drug and alcohol treatment for people affected by homelessness, mental health, domestic violence, and experience of the Criminal Justice system.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver tailored support including recovery planning and case management to enable service users to make positive changes across all stages of their recovery journey
• Provide targeted support for service users, from brief interventions through to structured treatment
• Take a "whole person" holistic approach, ensuring that every service user's package of care encompasses all areas of their wellbeing, not just their substance misuse, to achieve the best possible outcomes for every person
• Work across the newly established Criminal Justice satellites such as Probation, YOT, courts, police custody and prisons etc.
• Be an integral member of one of our dynamic treatment team working closely with team leaders and partners

Requirements

• Experience of working within the Criminal Justice system
• Experience of working with people affected by homelessness, mental health, domestic violence, and substance use
• Experience of delivering tailored support including recovery planning and case management to enable service users to make positive changes
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice system and its pathways into drug and alcohol treatment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a demanding workload
• Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification
• A recognised qualification in substance misuse or willingness to work towards one

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Criminal Justice Practitioner role, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.